Chelsea
Coverage focuses on hospitality and foodservice developments in this affluent London district, including high-end restaurant openings, chef movements, luxury dining trends, local investment, and independent operator activity. Reporting offers insight into how premium consumer expectations and competitive positioning shape business strategy in one of the capital’s most prestigious dining destinations.
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Jul- 2024 -19 JulyNews
Today’s news in brief – 19/07/24
Arc Inspirations has reported that sales doubled due to the Euros final, with like-for-like sales rising 79%. On the seven days that England played – including the match against Spain in the final – the five Box-branded venues in Headingley, Leeds City Centre, Manchester, Birmingham and Nottingham, saw sales jump…
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19 JulyNews
The Pig’s Ear pub opens in Chelsea
The Pig’s Ear pub, owned by brothers Richard and Oliver Gladwin, has opened its doors on Old Church Street, Chelsea. Tucked between King’s Road and the Chelsea embankment, the building is a “long-time favourite” of locals. The pub dates from 1870, making it one of the area’s oldest taverns, and…
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Jun- 2024 -21 JuneNews
Today’s news in brief – 21/06/24
The NTIA has asked the new government to appoint a NTE minister to “safeguard the future of nightlife”. This comes as the night time economy is struggling to meet global standards due to a lack of dedicated representation and leadership. Such a move would restore confidence within the sector, demonstrating…
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21 JuneRestaurants
Alley Cats to open new Chelsea venue
Alley Cats has announced the opening of its second location on King’s Road in Chelsea at the beginning of August. This new site will be part of the Sloane Stanely estate on the King’s Road, building on the success of its first Marylebone site. The restaurant will be led by…
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19 JuneNews
Today’s news in brief – 19/06/24
Pure has launched a Food for Business division just as its survey revealed more than 50% of respondents rated the food at their most recent meeting or event as average, poor or terrible. The new division will be catering for meetings and events, and will also provide workplace feeding options…
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19 JuneRestaurants
Jason Atherton to launch four new London dining venues
Jason and Irha Atherton have revealed they are set to open four new London outlets under The Social Company restaurant group brand over the coming months. The plans include Three Darlings on Chelsea’s Pavilion Road; Hot Dogs by Three Darlings, British restaurant Sael at St James’ Market, and a fine…
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May- 2024 -30 MayNews
Today’s news in brief – 30/05/24
Top UK restaurants saw takeaway sales rise 4.5% year-on-year. CGA’s latest Hospitality at Home Tracker found that strong like-for-like trading is nearly double the country’s 2.3% rate of inflation in the year to April, as measured by the Consumer Price Index. Deliveries also attracted 57.9% of all at-home orders by…
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30 MayPubs and Bars
El Cenote cocktail bar launches in Camden
El Cenote, a new cocktail bar with a food menu in Camden, has officially opened. The new venture is being led by Aima Indigo, who has worked at venues such as La Bodega Negra and Mestizo Chelsea. The kitchen is led by chef Daniel Sanchez, a native of Mexico City,…
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30 MayCafes and Coffee Shops
Alex Young and George de Vos to debut with trio of openings in Islington
A trio of new openings are being brought to Islington by co-founders Alex Young and George de Vos. The inaugural project from the duo will include wine bar and restaurant Goodbye Horses, the specialty coffee shop and garden Day Trip, and gelato shop The Dreamery, all set to open on…
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23 MayNews
Today’s news in brief – 23/05/24
Hospitality saw sales drop 1.7% YoY in April due to wet weather, the new CGA RSM Hospitality Business Tracker has revealed. It comes as the first year-on-year drop in monthly sales since September 2022. Last month also faced tough comparatives with April 2023, which included the full Easter holiday. Bars…
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